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Japan Tells Trump to Stop Using Pokémon, Mario and Naruto in Political, Pro-War Memes

Japan has repeatedly requested the Trump administration to stop using anime and video game characters in political posts, citing copyright infringement and potential damage to said franchises.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6

A $150 mn contract for migrant kids' lawyers goes to a Trump-linked Texas firm, raising concerns

A Texas law firm received a $150 million contract for migrant child legal aid. This firm has limited immigration law experience and ties to the administration. Legal aid groups expressed concern over children's due process rights. The administration also let a previous contract with experienced groups expire. This move raises…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Don Beyer defeats four challengers in Democratic primary for Virginia's 8th Congressional District

Incumbent Don Beyer defeated Lorena Bruner, Michael Duffin, Adam Dunigan, and Mo Seifeldein in the Democratic primary for Virginia's 8th Congressional District on Aug. 4.

Ballotpedia · Aug 6

Trump Administration Boosts U.S. Intelligence Operations in Cuba Amid Harder Line on Havana - REPORT

The Trump administration has quietly expanded U.S. intelligence operations in Cuba as it increases pressure on the island's communist government, according to a new report that suggests Washington is laying the groundwork for a broader strategy aimed at forcing political change in Havana.

Latin Times · Aug 5

Trump advisers tell AI firms they will not safety-test open-weight models

Open models, including Nvidia's Nemotron and Meta's Llama, are AI systems with publicly accessible core components. Closed models are controlled by specific companies. Major U.S. developers of closed models are OpenAI, Google ‌and Anthropic.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Trump has increased the number of spies in Cuba as US mulls a military invasion: report

For months, reports have circulated insinuating the Trump administration is preparing to militarily infiltrate Cuba unless Cuban authorities give in to Trump’s demands

The Independent UK · Aug 4

US weighs polysilicon price floor, tariffs to counter China in solar and chips

The Trump administration plans price floors and tariffs on polysilicon imports. This move aims to protect domestic factories and compete with China's ambitions. The decision impacts solar panel and semiconductor manufacturing supply chains significantly. Importers investing in US production may offset associated trade protection costs. China criticizes the trade investigation,…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Trump administration will close 5 smaller US consulates in Africa, Asia and the Western Hemisphere

The Trump administration has informed Congress that it intends to close five smaller U.S. embassies, consulates and other diplomatic missions in Africa, Asia and the Western Hemisphere

The Independent UK · Aug 4

Blanche’s AG nomination moves ahead after delay

The Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday favorably reported Todd Blanche’s bid to be attorney general after some Republican senators delayed the vote over the Trump administration’s controversial “weaponization” fund. Key GOP holdouts on the committee, Sens. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Thom Tillis, R-N.C., voted in favor of advancing Blanche’s nomination…

Roll Call · Aug 4

Group of 25 Democratic US states sue to challenge Trump's latest tariffs affecting India & 59 other nations

Twenty-five states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's latest tariffs. They argue the president's actions exceed his legal authority to tax imports. Previous tariffs imposed by Trump have faced similar legal challenges. The administration claims the tariffs address unfair trade practices and forced labor. This legal battle continues…

The Economic Times · Aug 4